Eosinophils in otorhinolaryngology: friend or foe?

This article summarizes the essential aspects of current knowledge about eosinophils, classifies eosinophilia in terms of the dimensions healthy or harmful reaction, takes a specific look at eosinophils in the field of otorhinolaryngology, and gives recommendations for diagnostic workup and therapeutic intervention in case of proven eosinophilia, particularly as an adverse drug reaction. The thoughts are inspired by communications at the 29th Congress of the European Rhinologic Society in Sofia, Bulgaria, 2023.PMID:38436705 | DOI:10.1007/s00106-024-01442-x
Source: HNO - Category: ENT & OMF Authors: Source Type: research